Gonzalez, Ph.D., Dr. Mauricio; recognize
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 678), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes and commends Dr. Mauricio Gonzalez, Ph.D., for his 41-year career in higher education and community service, particularly his 18 years as Vice President of Student and International Affairs at the University of North Florida. The resolution highlights his military service, academic achievements, leadership roles on boards (including the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and Girl Scouts), and awards like the Fulbright Scholar honor. It specifically commends him upon his retirement and extends best wishes, with no policy changes or financial impact. As a procedural resolution, it has no legislative effect beyond honoring an individual.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Feb 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 2, 2026
Last action Feb 3, 2026
Floor votes
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Feb 3, 2026
Upper · Passed
Senate Read and Adopted
upper
Feb 2, 2026
Introduced
Senate Hopper
upper
11 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Elena Parent
DDemocratic
P
Emanuel Jones
DDemocratic
P
Gail Davenport
DDemocratic
P
Jaha Howard
DDemocratic
P
Kenya Wicks
DDemocratic
P
Kim Jackson
DDemocratic
P
Nikki Merritt
DDemocratic
P
RaShaun Kemp
DDemocratic
P
Randal Mangham
DDemocratic
P
Sonya Halpern
DDemocratic
P
Tonya Anderson
DDemocratic
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